The Cedar Mills Lions are having their membership drive on Saturday, Jan 17th from Noon-2 pm at the Cedar Mills Gun Club. Serving Free Lunch, informational speakers will be on hand also to talk about the Lions and their service activities. For info contact Wayne at 320-583-0041.

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12:00 pm

Cedar Mills Lions Membership Drive

Jan

18

Sun

St. Anthony’s Church in Watkins is having their next Bouja and Chicken Noodle Soup Sale on Sunday, Jan 18th. Serving from 8:30a-Noon, Bouja is $13 per gallon, Chicken Noodle is $12 per gallon. You may pre order by calling Larry at 320-764-2965.

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8:30 am

Bouja and Chicken Noodle Soup Sale

Jan

23

Fri

The GSL ECFE is Sponsoring at “Lets Discover” Day on Friday, Jan 23rd. Two times for the event…9-10am or 6:30-7:30 pm. Activities will encourage problem solving skills and explore the why behind how things work. Be prepared to build, investigate, explore, and discover! Tuition: FREE. Please consider bringing used cell phones, ink cartridges or box tops for education that will support GSL programs.

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9:00 am

Lets Discover Day

Jan

24

Sat

Macaroni Kid Hutchinson and the Disney Channel present a Premiere Party on Saturday, Jan 24th from 11:30a-1:30p at the Glencoe Library. The party is for Macaroni Kids from ages 2-7 to celebrate the premiere of Miles from Tomorrowland. You’ll see the show, plus there will be snacks, activities, and goodie bags.

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11:30 am

Premiere Party

Jan

25

Sun

St. Pius X Catholic School in Glencoe is having their turkey and Ham Dinner plus Bingo on Sunday, Jan 25th from 11a-1:30 pm. On the menu is Turkey, Ham, Potatoes and more! Tickets are $9 for adults, Ages 3-12 are $5, and under 2 is free. Proceeds benefit the school.

The GSL ECFE is having another Parent Seminar on Monday, Jan 26th from 7-8 pm featuring Jeff Jenson, GSL Technology Director. The ever-changing world of technology has created an influx of high tech parenting issues. Join us for discussion about the positives and negatives of technology in our children’s lives. Nominal fee applies. Continuing Education credit/certificates available.

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7:00 pm

Parent Seminar

Jan

27

Tue

The Midwest Dairy district meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 27th, at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. Registration starts at 11, a free lunch and the meeting will follow at noon. All active dairy producers in Carver and McLeod County are invited to attend.

The Singing Friends community chorus has begun rehearsing for its spring concert in May. Rehearsals are held on Tuesdays at 7:30 pm at All Saints Lutheran Church in NYA. Tenors and basses are especially sought, but all singers are welcome. If you would like to find out more about the chorus, please come to an open rehearsal at All Saints on January 27th at 7:30 pm, or call director Karen de Boer at 320-864-2742.

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7:30 pm

Singing Friends

Jan

30

Fri

The Kingston Apostolic Lutheran Church invites you to their annual Spaghetti Feed on Friday, Jan 30th from 5-7 pm. Serving Spaghetti with your choice of sauce, salad, garlic bread, and a sundae. Proceeds benefit the church’s building fund.

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5:00 pm

Spaghetti Feed

Jan

31

Sat

Gopher Campfire presents their annual Family Fishing Contest and Live Indoor Trout Pond on Saturday, Jan 31st from Noon-3 pm at their Clubhouse. Prizes awarded, plus you can take part in some Raffles. Poles and Bait provided, and food and beverages are also availbale

There is a benefit Chili Feed on Saturday, Jan 31st from 4-9 pm at the VFW in Hutchinson for Janel Cihak. Cost for the Feed is $8, plus the event has a bake sale, silent auction, and team Janel gear for sale. Proceeds benefit Janel and her battle with Cancer.

The Lake Mary VFW Post 9232 is having their annual Chili Feed on Saturday, Jan 31st (Date Change) from 4-7 pm at the Winsted American Legion. Advance Tickets are $8, $9 at the door, Kids 10 and under are $4. Enjoy Chili, Cornbread, Garlic Bread, Veggies, Desserts and more!

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4:00 pm

Chili Feed

Feb

1

Sun

The Lester Prairie Lions are serving a Commnity Breakfast on Sunday, Feb 1st from 9a-Noon at the LP City Hall. Serving Pancakes, Eggs, Sausage, Toast, and beverage. Cost is $6 for ages 13 and older, $4 for ages 6-12, and age 5 and younger is free. Proceeds go to support Vietnam Vet Herb Heon and his medical expenses.

The First Lutheran Mens Club is having their 64th annual Potato Pancake and Sausage Dinner on Sunday, Feb 1st. Serving all you can eat from 9a-3p at the Fellowship Center of First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Glencoe. Adults are $9, Ages 4-12 are $5, 3 and under is free, take outs available.

Members and friends of Grace Bible Church in Silver Lake will be starting their next session of an archery ministry called Centershot for those of all ages. Centershot is a Bible-based archery ministry that consists of 45 minutes of archery instruction and a 45 minute Bible study one day a week for 8 weeks. The church provides the bows and arrows which are used during the training sessions in the church basement shooting range. Participants pay a nominal fee to help cover the cost of the study book. The next session of Centershot will begin Sunday, February 1 from 1:00 – 2:30 pm. To sign up to reserve your spot(s) contact the church office (320)327-2352.

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1:00 pm

Archery Meeting

Feb

2

Mon

The GSL ECFE is having another Parent Seminar on Monday, Feb 2nd from 7-8 pm featuring Jamie Dop, GSL ECSE Teacher. This seminar offers an opportunity for families of children with special needs a chance to ask questions and find out more about the ECSE process and program. It also provides an opportunity for parents to network with each other as they face the joys and challenges of life with a child with special needs. Nominal fee applies. To register contact ECFE by phone on through their website.

Faith Lutheran Church of Hutchinson presents the class “Smart Step Family”, starting on Thursday, Feb 5th. The class helps you discover key steps to build a healthy stepfamily with expert Ron L. Deal, one of the nation’s leading experts on Christian StepFamilies. Learn tips, insight and useable solutions for everyday living. Cost is $30 per individual, Scholarships available. Call or scholarships or to sign up at 587-2093. More info at faithlc.com

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7:00 pm

Smart Step Family

Feb

6

Fri

The Minnesota Dental Association is sponsoring Give Kids a Smile Day on Friday, Feb 6th. Dentists are committed to providing all children with free dental care and improving access to care throughout Minnesota. For info or sites near you go to mndental.org

Feb

7

Sat

The St. John Paul II Area Faith Mission Group present a Pre Valentine’s Day Supper on Saturday Feb 7th featuring Dad’s Belgian Waffles. Serving all you can eat from 4:30-8:30 pm at the Crow River Winery. Cost is $6.50 in advance, $7 at the door. Free Carnation to the first 200 ladies, Silent Auction, Bake Sale, Music and more!

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4:30 pm

Dad’s Belgian Waffles

Feb

8

Sun

The Hector Lions Club is having their annual Flapjack Festival on Sunday, Feb 8th from 8a-Noon at the American Bar and Grill of Hector. Free will donation for Flapjacks and toppings, French Toast, Sausage, and Beverage. Proceeds support BLHS School Safety Patrol.